Leaf pick-ups will continue in Franklin

From staff reports

Leaf pick-ups will continue next week in Franklin, starting Tuesday.

Here is the schedule, which could change due to weather.

Tuesday: Bag leaf pick-up, Greentree area of Franklin Heights

Wednesday: Greentree area of Franklin Heights

Thursday: Greentree area of Franklin Heights, Gurney Road side of Franklin Heights

Friday: Gurney Road side of Franklin Heights; also bagged leaf pick-up throughout the city

Residents are asked to rake leaves to the edge of their front lawns, not on the street, for pickup.

Mechanical breakdowns or inclement weather could cause some delays or rescheduling.

The city will also pick up paper biodegradable bags of leaves (no plastic bags) Monday and Friday.

For more information, people can call the city garage on weekdays, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., at (814) 437-1600.

Residents are reminded to observe the temporary “No Parking” signs to avoid receiving a ticket.